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Table of ContentsIntroduction . 386100D DCA-X Specifications . 3Module Selection Guide . 8Modules not available but supported by the 86100D DCA-X Mainframe . 8Ordering Information . 9IntroductionAlso see the N1000A DCA-X Wide Bandwidth Oscilloscope Mainframe.The 86100D DCA-X performs precision measurements on high speed digital designs from 50 MBd to morethan 80 GBd on up to 16 channels simultaneously. Applications include: Optical transceiver design and production test Electrical ASIC/FPGA/IC design and characterization Serial bus characterization, measurements and trouble-shooting via TDR/TDT and S-parametermeasurements of channels, cables and PCBsKeysight offers complete Digital Communication Analyzer solutions that can be combined with or usedalongside the DCA-X, including clock recovery, stand-alone Digital Communication Analyzers (DCA-M)and software. For complete information on Keysight’s entire DCA family, please refer to these other helpfuldocuments: Keysight DCA Wide Bandwidth Oscilloscope Family BrochureKeysight DCA Family FlexDCA Sampling Oscilloscope Software Technical OverviewKeysight N1000A DCA Wide Bandwidth Oscilloscope Family Configuration Guide, 5992-0038ENKeysight DCA Family Clock Data Recovery Solutions Data Sheet, 5991-2340ENKeysight N1090A, N1092A/B/C/D/E and N1094A/B DCA-M Optical and Electrical Sampling OscilloscopeData Sheet, 5992-1454EN.Electrical Clock Recovery OpticalOptical Electrical Clock recoveryFind us at www.keysight.comOptical Electrical DCA-MFlexDCA SoftwarePage 2

86100D DCA-X SpecificationsGeneral and mainframeSpecifications describe warranted performance over the temperature range of 10 to 40 C (unlessotherwise noted). The specifications are applicable for the temperature after the instrument is turned onfor one hour, and while self-calibration is valid. Many performance parameters are enhanced throughfrequent, simple user calibrations. Characteristics provide useful, non-warranted information about thefunctions and performance of the instrument. Characteristics are printed in italic typeface. Productspecifications and descriptions in this document are subject to change without notice.Comparing SpecificationsWhen comparing performance attributes between instruments, ensure you compare the same type ofparameter. For example, compare warranted specifications from both instruments, or comparecharacteristics or typical performance. Warranted specifications include measurement uncertainties and areconservative compared to other types of unwarranted attributes.Factory calibration cycle - For optimum performance, the instrument should have a complete verification ofspecifications once every twelve months.General specificationsTemperatureAltitudePower (max)WeightOperating10 to 40 C (50 to 104 F)Non-operating–40 to 65 C (–40 to 158 F)OperatingUp to 4,600 meters (15,000 feet)100/120 Vac 50/60/400 HzWith typical modules: 150 to 230 VA at 25 C220/240 Vac 50/60 Hz, 700 W maximumMainframe without modules20.5 kg (43 lbs)Typical module1.2 kg (2.6 lbs)Without front connectors and rear feet221 mm (H) x 426 mm (W) x 530 mm (D)(7 in x 16.76 in x 20.9 in)Mainframe dimensionsWith front connectors and rear feet(excluding handle)With front cover and rear feet234 mm (H) x 426 mm (W) x 601 mm (D)(9.23 in x 16.76 in x 23.67 in)234 mm (H) x 426 mm (W) x 612 mm (D)(9.23 in x 16.76 in x 24.1 in)Max relative humidity80% for temperatures up to 31 C decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40 CSupply voltagevariation86100D system can operate with supply voltage fluctuations up to 10% of the nominal voltageFind us at www.keysight.comPage 3

Mainframe specificationsHorizontal system (time base)Pattern lockScale factor (full scale is ten divisions)Minimum100 fs/divMaximum1 s/div250 ns/div24 ns40.1 ns default, 24 ns minDelays1MinimumTime interval accuracy 21000 screen diameters or 10 s whichever is 1000 screen diameters or 25.401 μssmallerwhichever is smaller1 ps 1.0% of Δ time reading or 8 ps, whichever is smallerJitter mode operation3Time interval accuracy - jitter mode operation 1 psTime interval resolution (screen diameter)/(record length) or 62.5 fs, whichever is largerDisplay unitsBits or time (TDR mode–meters)MaximumVertical system (channels)Number of channelsVertical resolutionFull resolution channelAdjustmentsRecord Length16 (simultaneous acquisition)54xxx, 83xxx, 86xxx: 14 bit A/D converter (16 or more bits with averaging). N10xx: 16 bitA/D converterAdjusts in a 1-2-5-10 sequence for coarse adjustment or fine adjustment resolution from thefront panel knobScale, offset, activate filter, sampler bandwidth, attenuation factor, transducer conversionfactorsLegacy UI: 16 to 16 K samplesFlexDCA without pattern lock: 16 to 64 K samplesFlexDCA with pattern lock: 16 up to 32 M samples 41Time offset relative to the front panel trigger input on the instrument mainframe.Dual marker measurement performed at a temperature within 5 C of horizontal calibration temperature. The maximum delaysetting is 100 ns and delta time does not span across (28 Nx4) ns 100 ps delay setting, where N 0,1,2 .18. If delta timemeasurement span exceeds above criteria, time interval accuracy is 8 ps 0.1% of Δ time reading.3Characteristic performance. Test configuration: PRBS of length 127 bits. Data and clock 10 Gb/4Maximum number of samples depends on pattern, number of active channels and available memory2Find us at www.keysight.comPage 4

86100D with option STR86100D with option ETR or withoptions ETR PTBModule triggering 5Not supportedNot supportedFree runFree runInternal triggerExternal direct trigger (DC coupled)Limited bandwidthDC to 100 MHzDC to 100 MHzFull bandwidthDC to 3.2 GHzDC to 3.2 GHzTriggering level adjustment–1 V to 1 V–1 V to 1 VEdge selectPositive or negativePositive or negativeNormal or high sensitivityNormal or high sensitivitySinusoidal or 200 ps minimum pulse width200 mVppSinusoidal or 200 ps minimum pulse width200 mVpp2 VppTested at 2.5 GHz, 200 mVpp1.5 ps rms 50 ppm of delay setting 1.0 ps rms 5 ppm of delay setting(Characteristic)2 VppTested at 2.5 GHz, 200 mVpp1.5 ps rms 50 ppm of delay setting 1.0 ps rms 5 ppm of delay setting(Characteristic)Trigger configurationHysteresis6Trigger sensitivityMaximum input signalSystem jitterExternal divided trigger(AC coupled)Not available with option STRInput frequency rangeN/A50 MHz - 13 GHz (effective divide by 2)50 MHz - 15 GHz (characteristic)Option PTB: 50 MHz - 32 GHz (effectivedivide by 1)Pattern lock frequency rangeN/A50 MHz - 13 GHz50 MHz - 15 GHz (characteristic)Option PTB: 50 MHz - 32 GHzPattern lock pattern lengthrangeN/A1 to 2 16 UI in Jitter ModeTrigger sensitivityN/ASlew rate 2 V/ns:200 mVppMaximum input signal1 to 2 23 UI in Scope and Eye/Mask ModesN/AMax Trigger input: 2 VppOption PTB: Max PTB Input: 1.3 Vpp withDC offset up to 200 mV5Module triggering enables precision waveform analyzer modules (86108 and N1060), clock recovery modules (83496) and TDRmodules to be used as a trigger source. Without support for module triggering, external connections between the module and themainframe may be required.6High Sensitivity Hysteresis mode improves the high frequency trigger sensitivity but is not recommended when using noisy, lowfrequency signals that may result in false triggers without normal hysteresis enabled.Find us at www.keysight.comPage 5

86100D with option STRExternal divided trigger (ACcoupled)Not available with option STRSystem jitterN/A86100D with option ETR or withoptions ETR PTBTested at 10 GHz, 200 mVpp1.2 ps rms for time delays less than 100 ns,(Maximum)750 fs rms at minimum delay setting,(characteristic)Option PTB when PTB is enabled:Condition 7: 2.4 GHz — 4.0 GHz trigger,tested at 2.4 GHz, 750 mVpp 200 fs (characteristic) 400 fs, with 54752, 54754, 83484, orN1045A (non Option LOJ) module(characteristic)Condition 7: 4 GHz — 9.0 GHz trigger,tested at 5 GHz, 750 mVpp 120 fs (characteristic) 400 fs, with 54752, 54754, 83484, orN1045A (non Option LOJ) module(characteristic)Condition 7: 9.0 GHz — 44.0 GHz trigger,tested at 10, 20, and 40 GHz, 500 mVpp 90 fs (characteristic) 200 fs, with 54752, 54754, 83484, orN1045A(non Option LOJ) module(characteristic)InputsTrigger input connector2.92 mm (male) 8Trigger input nominalimpedance50 Ω2.92 mm (male) 8Option PTB: PTB input: 2.92 mm (male) 850 ΩOption PTB: PTB input: 50 Ω7The internal precision timebase works with typical digital clock signals, such as a BERT output, as well as sine waves. If the rise time orfall time of the clock signal is less than 15% of the period of the clock (for example, less than 15 ps for a 10 GHz clock), reduce the edgespeed by using an external low-pass filter. or length of cable. For the lowest jitter, use a signal that is as close as possible to themaximum signal amplitude (1.3 Vpp) and minimize any sub-harmonics.886100D mainframes ship with a 2.92mm (f) to (f) adapter for this port.Find us at www.keysight.comPage 6

Computer system and storageCPUIntel Core i5 3550S CPU at 3.0 GHzMass storage150 GB internal hard drive (default) or 80 GB removable hard drive (Option 090)Operating systemMicrosoft Windows 7 embedded standard (64 bit)Display9Display areaEntire display resolutionWaveform colorsPersistence modes210.4 mm x 157.8 mm (10.4 inch diagonal color active matrix LCD moduleincorporating amorphous silicon TFTs)1024 pixels horizontally x 768 pixels verticallySelect from over 16 colors; user may change color assignment of all traces(channels, waveform memory and signal processing functions)Gray scale, color grade, variable, infiniteConnect-the-dotsWhen two waveforms overlap, a third color distinguishes the overlap area (classicDCA-J interface only)On/Off selectablePersistenceMinimum, variable (100 ms to 40 s), infiniteGraticuleOn/OffGrid intensity0 to 100%Dialog boxesOpaque or transparentWaveform overlapFront panel inputs and outputsCal outputBNC (female) and test clip, banana plugTrigger input2.92 mm 10USB 11Three low-power USB 2.0 ports; Voltage: 5.00 0.25 V; Current: 100 mA eachPrecision timebase input2.92 mm 10(Option PTB only)Rear panel inputs and outputsGated trigger inputTTL compatibleVideo outputVGA, full color, 15 pin D-sub (female) 10GPIB12RS-232Fully programmable, complies with IEEE 488.29 pin D-sub (male)LANUSBFour USB 2.0 ports; Voltage: 5.00 0.25 V; Current: 500 mA eachPrecision timebase delay path(Option PTB only)Two female SMA connectors, nominal length jumper cable included9Supports external display. Supports multiple display configurations via Windows XP Pro display utility.Mainframe ships with 2.92 mm female-female connector saver (P/N 1250-4105).11USB Keyboard and mouse included with mainframe.12The GPIB card interface is optional. To include this interface, order 86100D-GPI.10Find us at www.keysight.comPage 7

Module Selection GuideOptical Reference Receiver fortypical ratesin this range See specifications for details54754A21820---100120-1750 - 16508.562.5/125200120-1750 - 16508.562.5/125300120-1750 - 16508.562.5/12586105D141135-1750 - 16502062.5/125281150-1750 - 2/102/1420--2750 - 16502062.5/12586105C 206/2820--2750 - 16503462.5/125 86116C25180-11300 - 1620409/125 41180-11300 - 0AFind us at www.keysight.com -Page 8